The Beckhams could be set to join the Hollywood adoption club by taking in an African orphan.

David’s recent trip to Sierra Leone as a goodwill ambassador for Unicef has reportedly rekindled a long-held desire to help the needy. ‘If there is one subject that can move David to tears, it’s the thought of a child being unloved,’ a friend of the couple told Grazia.

The LA Galaxy star, 32, is now apparently twisting Victoria’s arm to adopt a young girl. Insiders have revealed the couple have been mulling over the issue for the past three years.

‘It’s clear they both think adoption is great. It’s early days, but it’s fair to say that they are putting the wheels in motion,’ added the source.

However, a spokesman for the Beckhams insisted to Metro that, although they admire those who adopt, they are concentrating on caring for their own three boys.